What does ORIF stand for?
a. Offer surgical treatment
b. Open reduction and internal fixation
c. Close reduction fix later
d. Operating room ready if necessary
ANS: B
Open reduction exposes the fracture site for realignment; the fracture is reduced to align fragments; an internal fixation device stabilizes the fracture.
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a. distinguish between objective and subjective assessments and visualize the anatomical structures you are palpating. b. visualize structures you are looking for and visualize any anatomical anomalies you intuit are in the tissues. c. pay attention to visceral sensations you feel in your own body as you are palpating physiological rhythms. d. attune to the energetic rhythms of the anatomical structures you are palpating.
A physician performs a simple avulsion of the nail plate, second and third digits of the right foot.
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Whether using traditional methods or the FET, a period of diaphragmatic breathing and relaxa-tion should always follow attempts at coughing. What is the purpose of this approach?
a. To restore the patient's SO2 b. To restore lung volume and minimize fa-tigue c. To allow the patient time to ask questions d. To decrease the likelihood of acute air trapping
Which of the following is NOT part of the scene size-up phase of the patient assessment?
A) Mechanism of injury B) Patient vital signs C) Nature of illness D) General impression